| Quite an unexpected Hong Kong horror movie considering it was co-written by comedic actor Michael Hui and that is stars his brother Ricky Hui and Kent Cheng. Director Ronny Yu goes for a laid back and serious tone to his horror with comedy inserted in places, an element that works well since it's closer to the proper mood of the film. The Trail does not add up to more than an interesting time though, mainly through the serious mood and a look of more ambitious proportions than seen in this era of Hong Kong cinema. The pace is slow, the plot not very spelled out in detail but it's worth the ticket for those seeking a different look and feel to their Hong Kong horror. Also with Choong Fat and Mars (both serving as action directors as well). One of the main music cues you may recognise from The Thing but as with John Carpenter's classic, The Trail also benefits since it adds decent tension. |
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